This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

VEREN A23

Totaste.studio | Виктор Штефан

Mid-sized eclectic l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor, grey benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

California Scandi-Modern

Libby Raab Architecture

Linear Kitchen open to Living Room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kitchen

Thompson Construction

The cabinet paint color is Sherwin-Williams - SW 7008 Alabaster
Expansive traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

The Goat Shed - Devon

TFQ Architects

Jurassic Kitchens worked closely with TFQ to ensure the kitchen fit into the building beautifully and with a solid worktop, white faced cabinetry and feature lighting, the kitchen is a showpiece and a fantastic space to congregate.

ФОТО/Уютная светлая квартира 76 м² для молодой семьи с ребенком

Казанцева Татьяна

Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

GLENWOOD blue and white kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Phillips Ranch

Anderson Reconstruction, Inc

Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors, no island, blue floor and white benchtop.

Amarcord Kitchen Application

Vicostone USA

Kitchen application with Vicostone Amarcord quartz used for the countertops, backsplash and island.
Design ideas for a large modern eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, with island and white benchtop.

Georgetown Woods

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Suburban Sophistication

Kitchen & Bath Gallery

Bringing light and more functionality to a 20 year old kitchen was the goal for this extensive remodel. The homeowner worked with Kitchen Designer, Amanda Ortendahl of our North Attleboro location to update what was a dark wood G-shaped kitchen they had installed when they built the home 20 years earlier. The new design incorporates a large working island with ample seating for entertaining, homework and casual meals. The cabinets incorporate substantial crown molding and soar all the way to the ceiling adding to the feeling of height and spaciousness. The cabinets are all by Fieldstone Cabinetry. The perimeter cabinets are a painted finish in the color White. The island, hood and wine bar are Rattan Stain on walnut wood. The countertop and backsplash are Brunello Element Quartz. The plumbing fixtures are the Litze collection from Brizo in Luxe Gold. The coordinating hardware is from Top Knobs in their Honey Bronze finish. Remodel by Maynard Construction BRC, Inc. Photography by Erin Little

Kitchen Cooking Alcove

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and white splashback.

MOULIN

Margaux Ceada

Large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Modern Black and White Kitchen in Fairfax, VA

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

This is an example of a large modern galley open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, marble floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen

Lenton Company, Inc.

Dramatic, open and beautiful kitchen.
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white benchtop and grey floor.

Alvarado

Koch Architects

Contemporary kitchen design, with white quartz countertops, glossy white custom cabinetry, custom brass hardware from Amuneal and custom paneled appliances, white ceilings contrasting with espresso French oak hardwood floors in Berkeley/Oakland hills. Jonathan Mitchell Photography

Beach Getaway

Angie Keyes CKBD

This Condo was in sad shape. The clients bought and knew it was going to need a over hall. We opened the kitchen to the living, dining, and lanai. Removed doors that were not needed in the hall to give the space a more open feeling as you move though the condo. The bathroom were gutted and re - invented to storage galore. All the while keeping in the coastal style the clients desired. Navy was the accent color we used throughout the condo. This new look is the clients to a tee.

Квартира в Палевском жилмассиве

Duga Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, a peninsula, brown floor, white benchtop and raised-panel cabinets.

Los Angeles, CA - Complete Remodel

Luxe Remodel

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, green benchtop and vaulted.

LAMBER - Rénovation complète 150m2, Paris

Beau Intérieur

This is an example of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances and white benchtop.

Kitchen with Engineered Quartz Splashback Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!